Key Responsibilities :- ● Program Management ○ Lead NPI projects for multiple water purifier products, ensuring timely execution from concept to launch. ○ Own project timelines, cost targets, and quality metrics across the product lifecycle. ○ Establish clear program governance, stage-gate reviews, and risk management frameworks. ● Cross-Functional Leadership ○ Collaborate with R&D, design, sourcing, manufacturing, quality, service, and marketing teams. ○ Align cross-functional stakeholders to deliver on product specifications, regulatory standards, and customer requirements. ○ Drive supplier and vendor engagement during development and ramp-up. ● Product Development & Validation ○ Ensure DFMA (Design for Manufacturing & Assembly) and DFX principles are integrated early in the design stage. ○ Oversee prototyping, pilot builds, and validation testing (performance, reliability, regulatory compliance). ○ Lead issue tracking and resolution during EVT, DVT, and PVT phases. ● Operational Readiness ○ Establish production readiness with manufacturing teams, including process validation, line setup, and yield improvement. ○ Drive cost optimization through value engineering and supplier development. ○ Ensure smooth handover to operations post-launch. ● Continuous Improvement ○ Develop and refine NPI processes, tools, and best practices tailored for consumer appliance development. ○ Track post-launch performance (quality, service feedback, cost metrics) and drive iterative improvements. Key Skills & Competencies:- ● Strong program management skills with ability to handle multiple concurrent projects. ● Deep understanding of appliance product development, preferably in water purifiers / home appliances / consumer electronics. ● Knowledge of plastic parts, filtration technologies, electronics integration, pumps/valves, and assembly processes. ● Hands-on experience in DFMA, validation testing, regulatory certifications (ROHS, ISI, BIS, NSF, etc.). ● Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities. ● Strong communication and documentation skills. What We Offer :- ● Opportunity to lead and shape the Native water purifier product line in a fast-growing organization. ● A high-impact role with visibility across leadership and cross-functional teams. ● Entrepreneurial and innovation-driven work culture.
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New Product Introduction Manager